• Biere Knak Regoor die Wêreld vir ­Internasionale Bierdag

    Biere Knak Regoor die Wêreld vir ­Internasionale Bierdag

    Deur Karla van der Merwe Elke jaar op die eerste Vrydag van Augustus sedert 2008 lig bierliefhebbers van omtrent 200 stede regoor die wêreld hulle glase ter viering van hulle ­gunstelingdrankie, volgens die International Beer Day-­webblad. Vanjaar… read more

  • Women Who Inspire SU Students

    Women Who Inspire SU Students

    By Hannah Theron The month of August is annually celebrated as Women’s Month in South Africa. As such, Die Matie spoke to students on campus regarding women who inspire them. Rue Jansen, second-year BA (Language and Culture) … read more

  • Students Call for Climate Action Now

    Students Call for Climate Action Now

    By Skyla Thornton Maties have again made it clear that they expect climate action from their academic institution. Fossil Free Stellenbosch, a climate change advocacy group on campus, aims to revive the movement of divestment, urging Stellenbosch… read more

  • Die Begin van Spoegwolf se Wêreldoorheersing

    Die Begin van Spoegwolf se Wêreldoorheersing

    Deur Karla de Bod Buiten hulle tiende ­verjaarsdag, vier die bekende musiekgroep Spoegwolf hierdie jaar nóg ’n mylpaal: hulle eerste ­oorsese musiektoer in Europa en die ­Verenigde Koninkryk. Tussen 13 en 20 ­Augustus gaan die musiekgroep hulle… read more

  • The Brighter Side of a Dark Situation

    The Brighter Side of a Dark Situation

    By Buhle Bam Although the app EskomSePush keeps people updated on when their specific areas will be blessed with power outages, load shedding never ceases to catch people off guard.  Many students still shriek as it occurs… read more

  • SU Student Bucket List: Six Things to do Before Graduating

    SU Student Bucket List: Six Things to do Before Graduating

    By Hannah Theron The second semester has started, and for some students this will be their last semester at Stellenbosch University (SU). Many Maties, especially those who started university in 2020, may have missed out on what… read more

  • The Ups and Downs of Returning to Campus

    The Ups and Downs of Returning to Campus

    By Jessica Garschagen James Purchase, first-year Dip (Sustainable Development) How has your experience been so far this week?  “My experience has been amazing! I have loved getting back to work. This week has been tough getting back… read more

  • New Student Entrepreneurs on the Rise

    New Student Entrepreneurs on the Rise

    By Ciara Shaye Seaman The Stellenbosch University campus is filled with entrepreneurs establishing themselves. This past year has brought many sparkly-eyed students emerging into independence and ready to make a business out of their passions and skills.… read more

  • Campus Closet: Students Stepping into Silly Season in Style

    Campus Closet: Students Stepping into Silly Season in Style

    By Jean-Miri Olivier This outfit was inspired by the revival of Y2K style, creating an edgy ensemble by combining new and classic trends, like using shoelaces as a belt and pairing Doc Martens with straight leg jeans.… read more

  • Verken die Winter Dating-toneel

    Verken die Winter Dating-toneel

    Deur Nina-Marie Anker (Vertaal deur Mieke de Wet) Noudat die ­Universiteit ­­Stellenbosch (US)-kampus weer met volle kapasiteit terug is, gons die strate, klasse en koffiewinkels met entoesiasme – en dalk selfs ’n ­bietjie optimisme – vir hierdie… read more

  • Guide to Thrifting Your Winter Wardrobe

    Guide to Thrifting Your Winter Wardrobe

    By Ansela Sloman As mornings get darker and the air chillier, it may be time for many Stellenbosch students to put away their shorts and plakkies and dig to the back of their closets for some winter… read more

  • Are Student Communities Dying a Slow Death?

    Are Student Communities Dying a Slow Death?

    By Skyla Thornton The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the way in which many students interact with one another. There has been a high demand for adaptation in multiple spheres and little time to do so. In the… read more

  • Chewable Art: Hamburger Day

    Chewable Art: Hamburger Day

    By Lesedi Mnisi The bottom half of a soft bun, a little bit of sauce, some lettuce, a delicious patty, a few slices of cheese, a slice of tomato, some onion, a whole lot more sauce and… read more

  • The New Café on the Block: The Poké Co.

    The New Café on the Block: The Poké Co.

    By Jani Roux Sushi lovers’ dreams recently came true when the Poké Co. opened its doors to the healthy hearts of Stellenbosch.  The opening took place on 29 April at 27 Plein Street, and to celebrate the… read more

  • Survival Guide to the SU Exam Season

    Survival Guide to the SU Exam Season

    By Aurelia Mouton As the cold descends upon Stellenbosch University (SU), the exam season creeps closer too. With loadshedding and online classes, it has been a tough ­semester so far for many students, but there is still… read more

  • Continuing to destigmatise mental health

    Continuing to destigmatise mental health

    By Ciara Shaye Seaman The month of October has been declared Mental Health Awareness Month in South Africa. However, there will likely be social media posts about it in the month ahead due to the United States… read more

  • Deciding on your 21st birthday?

    Deciding on your 21st birthday?

    By Hannah Theron For many people, turning 21 is one of the most exciting birthday celebrations of their lives. However, it also entails one of the most stressful parties to plan, and deciding how to celebrate can… read more

  • Workers’ Day: Working 9 to 5

    Workers’ Day: Working 9 to 5

    By Alison Hermanus Workers’ Day, also known as Labour Day or May Day, is a public holiday celebrated annually on 1 May. It is a celebration of the working class and labourers who are often overlooked and… read more

  • Maties deel hulle uitkyk op maskers

    Maties deel hulle uitkyk op maskers

    Deur Emma Hamman Met die Universiteit Stellenbosch se regulasies rondom maskers wat vereis dat maskers ten alle tye binne gedra word en tans herevalueer word, deel studente hulle opinies oor die dra van maskers. Hierdie regulasies kan… read more

  • Daar is ’n plek vir almal

    Daar is ’n plek vir almal

    Deur Kezia Daniels Dit is geen geheim dat die Universiteit Stellenbosch (US) talle studentegroepe en -verenigings het waarby studente kan aansluit nie. As daar ’n verandering is wat jy wil maak of ’n groep waarvan jy deel… read more